Supported people engagement volunteer

This rewarding role significantly impacts a sector of our society that is often overlooked by providing valuable and enjoyable social connections, experiences and support.

We are looking for friendly, non-judgemental, sociable individuals to help organise and run activities for the people that we support in our services. Ideally you have experience in social care, are enthusiastic, patient, have a sense of humour, good communication skills and experience of life. We are looking for people who can support, teach and pass on skills and tailor activities to small groups or individual interests. We are always looking for suggestions and activities that are fun and will add enjoyment to a supported person's life.

• Experience gained from a social work, social care, teaching or counselling background
• Ability to encourage and motivate young people and work well them in a supportive way.
• Ability to relate to young people and to be able to see things from their point of view.
• Non-judgmental
• Patience and understanding.
• A friendly personality, good interpersonal skills, and a good listener
• A knowledge of some of the issues affecting care experienced young people.
• Have a positive outlook on life (ability to see positives in people)
• Can build effective relationships with our supported people and support them in a non-patronising and respectful way
• A genuine interest in and commitment to Blue Triangle's work and the people we support
• Trustworthy and reliable

This is a chance for you to make a real difference to the most vulnerable people within your community. You can meet new people and be part of an amazing team who are passionate about providing holistic support to some of the most marginalised members of society.

Please apply through Reach in the first instance and we will set up an informal chat to share more information about the organisation and volunteering opportunities within our services.

Our services are located in Oban, Kilmarnock, Musselburgh, Grangemouth, Glasgow, North & South Lanarkshire, Paisley, Renfrew, Ayr and West Dunbartonshire.